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Petrol station taped off by police in Northampton town centre following incident
A supermarket petrol station in Northampton town centre was taped off by police following a burglary.
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Firefighters tackle three-acre blaze at Northampton grassland after sunlight hits discarded bottle
A discarded glass bottle sparked a fire which ripped through around three acres of grass and vegetation at a popular Northampton park.
When UK’s most complete solar eclipse in 27 years will be visible this week - and how to watch livestream
A partial solar eclipse - with around 90 to 96% coverage - will be visible from the UK on Wednesday.
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Driver who caused A5 crash which left two injured among these 27 offenders sentenced by Northampton magistrates
Other offences dealt with include carrying a knife and meat cleaver, drink driving, possession of cannabis, assaults on police, shoplifting …
Police appeal after man follows women and indecently exposes himself at busy Northampton retail park
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man followed women through a busy Northampton retail park car park before indecently exposing himself to them.
Witness appeal after man dies in car accident near Wellingborough
Police officers investigating a fatal collision in Wollaston, near Wellingborough, are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage.
Popular nursery near Northampton gets fresh new look as part of rebrand
A day nursery in a Northamptonshire village has been refurbished and rebranded as it begins what its operators have described as a "new chapter".
Council reveals £300m roads repair challenge as it pledges to move away from 'pothole culture'
West Northamptonshire Council says it would cost around £300 million to bring every road across its network up to the standard residents would ideally expect.
NLive Radio appeals for Northampton's help as university funding comes to an end
Northampton community radio station NLive Radio has launched a major fundraising appeal as it prepares to become an independent organisation after more than a decade of financial support from the University of Northampton.
Second man charged with murder by detectives investigating death of teenager in Northampton
A second man has been charged with murder by detectives investigating the death of a 16-year-old boy in Northampton, police have confirmed.
West Northamptonshire Council falls short of five-year housing land supply target
A newly published planning report has highlighted West Northamptonshire Council’s (WNC) inability to demonstrate a five-year housing land supply, despite having thousands of homes in the pipeline.
Go-ahead for 80 homes near Northampton despite protest over flooding
Plans to build up to 80 homes next to a Northampton village have been given outline approval by the council, despite residents’ concerns over flooding.
New arrest by detectives investigating fatal stabbing of 16-year-old in Northampton
A 20-year-old man has been arrested by detectives investigating the fatal stabbing of 16-year-old Khadeem Parris in Northampton.
HMP Five Wells inmate launched unprovoked assault on prison officer
A prisoner has been given an extended jail term after a vicious attack on an officer at HMP Five Wells in Northamptonshire.
‘Extremely kind and very caring’ Edna looks forward to celebrating 100th birthday over coming months
Ninety-nine-year-old Edna, who has been described by her son as “extremely kind and very caring”, looks forward to celebrating her centenary birthday in just under two months’ time.
Store that aimed to transform fragrance shopping proudly celebrates two years in Northampton
A store, which opened with the aim of transforming fragrance shopping into an unforgettable experience, is proudly celebrating two years since its launch in Northampton.
Successful grand launch welcomed 150 to family-run Pan-Asian restaurant next door to their existing popular venue
A successful grand launch, which welcomed 150 guests, was hosted for a family-run Pan-Asian restaurant next door to their existing popular venue at the heart of Northampton.
Police issue picture of prolific Northampton shoplifter after five-year banning order
The picture of a prolific thief targeting shops in Northampton has been issued by police to warn others of his criminal behaviour.
Northampton footballer Ivan Toney charged with assault
Northampton footballer Ivan Toney has been charged with assault, police have confirmed.
Campaigners renew calls for direct Northampton East West Rail link after minister's response
Campaigners have renewed calls for direct East West Rail services to Northampton after the Government confirmed they are not currently planned.